New chairman and CEO at RYU
Performance apparel and equipment company Respect Your Universe (RYU) has appointed David Campisi chairman
and chief executive officer.
Mr Campisi joined the RYU board of directors in March, having
previously served as chairman, president and CEO of The Sports Authority from
2004 to 2011. Before this he held various roles at Kohl’s, Fred Meyer and DMM
Women's Apparel.
"We are thrilled about David Campisi becoming the
new chairman and CEO of RYU," said former chairman Kristian Andresen.
"With his extensive expertise, experience and
knowledge in the retail industry, he will help further accelerate and execute
the growth of RYU in the direction we are quickly moving in."
Former CEO Christopher Martens resigned on August 13.